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Miami’s left-hander Robby Snelling will have Tommy John surgery after a UCL sprain, ending his season and likely delaying his big-league impact until 2027. He debuted this month after climbing the minors, but the injury pauses his development and affects the Marlins’ rotation plans and club-control window, as they navigate roster depth and potential trades while he rehabs for more than a year.
The Miami Marlins optioned left-hander Braxton Garrett back to Triple-A Jacksonville after a rough major-league return, while rookie Robby Snelling is sidelined with a UCL sprain and will undergo further testing to decide on a possible surgery. With the fifth rotation spot unsettled, Janson Junk and Sandy Alcantara are lined up for the Atlanta series, and other Jacksonville prospects (including top-50 aiming Thomas White) are in the mix. Alderman was placed on the minor-league injured list after a collision at first base, removing a potential power-hitting option at first base for now.
The Miami Marlins placed rookie left-hander Robby Snelling on the 15-day injured list with a left elbow UCL sprain, prompting Braxton Garrett’s recall to start in Snelling’s place. Snelling had just debuted after a rotation shakeup, and the injury creates uncertainty for the rotation, possible promotions from the minors (like Thomas White), and could influence the team’s trade and development plans depending on the severity and whether surgery is needed.
The Miami Marlins selected the contract of pitching prospect Josh Ekness from Triple-A Jacksonville, adding him to the 26-man roster after optioning Cade Gibson to Triple-A following a rough relief appearance; Ekness, a 12th-round pick with a high minor-league strikeout rate and a fastball/sweeper mix, could make his MLB debut soon and provide bullpen depth as Pete Fairbanks deals with a nerve-issue in his throwing hand.
Miami placed closer Pete Fairbanks on the 15-day IL with nerve irritation after he left last night’s game vs. the Dodgers with hand numbness; Cade Gibson was recalled from Triple-A to take his roster spot. Fairbanks has struggled this season and has a history of nerve issues, but Miami hopes for a short IL stint. Bullpen duties may shift to Tyler Phillips, Anthony Bender, or Michael Petersen in his absence.
The Miami Marlins placed Christopher Morel on the 10-day injured list with a four-to-six-week oblique strain, prompting the recall of Deyvison De Los Santos. Morel, 26, was slated to be the starting first baseman, so De Los Santos will get an early big-league opportunity as lines shift and infield time or DH roles are adjusted with Norby, Pauley, and Sanoja potentially seeing added action.
The Miami Marlins announced that outfielder Kyle Stowers will begin the season on the injured list with a grade 1 hamstring strain and outfielder Esteury Ruiz also heads to the IL with an oblique strain, likely sidelining him into May. Stowers could return as early as mid-April, while Ruiz’s timeline is less certain, prompting a reshuffled Opening Day outfield that includes Jakob Marsee, Owen Caissie, and Griffin Conine as the team navigates injuries to its depth.
Kyle Stowers left Friday's Grapefruit League game with right hamstring tightness and Esteury Ruiz exited with a left oblique strain; imaging results have not yet been released. Stowers has a history of a minor hamstring issue and has mostly been limited to live batting practice, while Ruiz’s oblique could sideline him for weeks if not minor. If Stowers opens the season on the 10-day injured list, internal options like Javier Sanoja, Heriberto Hernandez, Christopher Morel, or Connor Norby could fill in in left field, and Miami may seek further outfield depth via trades or free agents depending on camp outcomes. Manager Clayton McCullough provided no new updates on imaging.
Miami Marlins pitching prospect Thomas White has a grade one right oblique strain that will keep him out of Spring Training for about 3-4 weeks, delaying his path to the majors after a strong 2025 minor-league season and a brief look in big-league camp.
Miami sent left-hander Ryan Weathers to the Yankees for four prospects—Dillon Lewis, Brendan Jones, Dylan Jasso and Juan Matheus—continuing a rotation-rebuild after previously dealing Edward Cabrera; Weathers, 26, has injury risk but three years of MLB control and arbitration eligibility, with a light tax hit for New York. With Cole and Rodón sidelined early, the Yankees expect Weathers to slot into a back-end/third-starter role behind Fried and Schlittler, while Miami adds youth in the four prospects as it rebuilds.
The Miami Marlins are signing reliever Pete Fairbanks to a one-year, $13 million contract, making him likely their closer for the upcoming season. Fairbanks, who previously played for the Rays, had a strong 2025 season with a 2.83 ERA and is known for his high-velocity fastball and effective strikeout ability. The deal includes incentives and a trade bonus, and it helps bolster the Marlins' bullpen, which has been in need of improvement. This move is part of the Marlins' broader offseason spending plans.
The Miami Marlins are interested in acquiring Devin Williams, a talented reliever with a strong track record, as they aim to improve their bullpen and contend more seriously in the upcoming season. Williams, who struggled with the Yankees after a successful stint with the Brewers, could be a bargain due to his recent performance, and Miami's need for a closer makes him an attractive option. However, competition from other teams and Williams's openness to staying with the Yankees could influence the outcome.
The Miami Marlins defeated the New York Mets 4-0 in their season finale, preventing the Mets from making the playoffs as the Reds secured the wild card on a tiebreaker. Edward Cabrera pitched effectively for the Marlins, while the Mets struggled with runners in scoring position and stranded 10 runners, ending their season.
The New York Mets were eliminated from the MLB playoffs after a disappointing season collapse, losing to the Marlins in their final game, with key injuries and a poor second half contributing to their failure to secure a postseason spot.
The Mets suffered a 6-2 loss to the Marlins after a disastrous fifth inning marked by mental mistakes and defensive errors, which has raised concerns about their playoff prospects as they remain tied for the final wild-card spot.